- 56
French, Burgundy, 15th century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Head of St Anthony
- limestone, on a velvet covered wood base
- French, Burgundy, 15th century
with an old printed paper label inscribed: SLG. JÜRG STUKER. SCHLOSS GERZENSEE.
Provenance
Jürg Stuker, Alten Schloss Gerzensee, Bern, Switzerland;
his sale, Auktionshaus Stuker AG, Alten Schloss Gerzensee, 1989
his sale, Auktionshaus Stuker AG, Alten Schloss Gerzensee, 1989
Condition
Overall the condition of the head is good. There is wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age and its fragmentary nature. There are several chips including to the eyebrows, nose, hood at the back and around the base. There are some remnants of polychromy.
The velvet of the stand is worn at the corners.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."